In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk Show

Joining us today is Vincent Galante to give us the rundown on the new UConnect5 system that is found in the new Jeep Grand Cherokee 'L', the first time a 3rd row has become available in the Grand Cherokee.   Also in this episode, we have Don Armstrong taking a look at the 2021 Buick Enclave in the New Car Showroom. -----  -----  ----- -----  -----  ----- 'In Wheel Time Car Talk&apos...

This week, we are very to be outside and broadcasting from Tailpipes & Tacos, the Saturday morning cruise in on the third Saturday of the month, weather permitting.   We have seen 'em on the street, heard about people that have driven one, but we have not had that opportunity to run one through the paces in a proper environment.  To help us out, Joe Harper is joining us on this episode of...

This week, we are very to be outside and broadcasting from Tailpipes & Tacos, the Saturday morning cruise in on the third Saturday of the month, weather permitting.   We have seen 'em on the street, heard about people that have driven one, but we have not had that opportunity to run one through the paces in a proper environment.  To help us out, Joe Harper is joining us on this episode of...

This week, we are very to be outside and broadcasting from Tailpipes & Tacos, the Saturday morning cruise in on the third Saturday of the month, weather permitting.   Joining us for this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we have Scott Rowe, driver of the blue and white 20089 Shelby GT500 Mustang.  A long time Mustang Man, he is with his wife who is in her 2004 Competition Orange Shelby Mustan...

This week, we are very to be outside and broadcasting from Tailpipes & Tacos, the Saturday morning cruise in on the third Saturday of the month, weather permitting.   Joining us  for this podcast, we have automotive enthusiest Stan Holt, a man of many talents.  Stan is the founder of Lupe' Tortilla resturants as well as a succesfull NHRA Sportsman Racer, and now he adds the Saturday Morni...

This week, we are very to be outside and broadcasting from Tailpipes & Tacos, the Saturday morning cruise in on the third Saturday of the month, weather permitting.   Joining us  for this podcast, we have Tom Hoerner, who is later joined by his dad as we talk about is stunning 1930 Model A truck that Henry Ford could never have imagened!  Chopped, channeled, new frame, and it goes on and on. T...

This week, we are very to be outside and broadcasting from Tailpipes & Tacos, the Saturday morning cruise in on the third Saturday of the month, weather permitting.   The event is held at Lupe' Tortillas resturant in Katy, Texas, 8a-11amCT.  There is always a great mix of vehicles ranging from classics, to muscle cars, sports cars, imports, pickup trucks, hot rods, and even some sling sho...

Joining us today, we have Jim Morrison, head of Jeep, North America, to tell us about the newly released Jeep Grand Cherokee 3-row vehicle.  One of the most awarded SUVs ever built, one of the Jeep brand leading sellers, is now a 3-row vehicle.. Jim Morrison, a Jeep guy to the core, gives us the information on the newest Jeep model. -----  -----  ----- 'In Wheel Time Car Talk audio podcast ca...

Long time friend of the show, John Gray owns Gulf Coast Auto Shield.  Over the years, he has shown some of his best practices when it comes to washing our vehicles.  A lot of what not to do, but a lof of show and tell on what to do. Today John has more tips about long term paint protection. In our feature segment, we have the Car Clinic with more maintenance tips.  -----  -----  ----- 'In Whe...

Long time friend of the show, John Gray owns Gulf Coast Auto Shield.  Over the years, he has shown some of his best practices when it comes to washing our vehicles.  A lot of what not to do, but a lof of show and tell on what to do. Today John has more tips about long term paint protection. In our feature segment, it is the New Car Showroom - Michael Marrs gets behind the wheel of the new Chevrole...

We continue our talk with the Houston Community College about the opportunities for people to break into the automotive industry at the dealership level.   With dealerships paying often paying signing bonues, there is a lot of opportunity here. Joining us is Darryl Burris with more information on what could be someone's door to success. In the Pre-owned Vehicle segement, Jeff Dziekan has the...

For some time now, the automotive industry has suffered from a shortage of trained technitions.  Dealerships hold job fairs, open houses and high shcool recruiting sessions in an effort to fill the need.   In the Houston area, it is the Houston Community College system that has gone steps further with a choice of traning opportunities.  Joining us is Darryl Burris with more information on what cou...

In this episode, we visit with Jeff Light, VP of the Demons Car Club, Houston, Texas.  We get a chance to learn some of the history behind this 'ol school car club name, and some about it's activities.  We also get a look at his '32 Ford Coupe when we walk through the garage. In the New Car Showroom, Don Armstrong has been checking out the new 2021 Chevrolet Traverse, a people mover...

During this episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, Alec Udell gets over to the corner where we can see 'his rides' - the ones he built for himself.  These are some highly engineering kates that are designed for training.  Maybe not like have a full car under foot, but when it comes to practiceing the line, taking the corners and how to mentall prep for a race, it is a pretty good low cost to...

Houston Racer Alec Udell takes us on a tour of the Houston Karting Compex and shows us a few things in the gargage.  These are not the Sears go-karts that you may have had as a kid, these things will frun 50+MPH! We get a look at a few of the karts, talk about the driving skills that can be developed, and how Alec is working with what might be the next gen of drivers. In the Pre-owned Showroom, Je...

On today's episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we have noted automotive author Jack Nerad.  In additon to being an automotive journalist, Jack is also a VP for North American Car and Truck of the Year awards, and he has info to share! We are also going to talk about Jack's podcast - America on the Road.  This program has a long distinguished history and is produced every Friday. In our fe...

Coming from the local area, Houston racer, Alec Udell has been working the road course race circuits for a few years as he continues to hone his skills, reputation, and bankability.   How did Alec get his start?  How does he keep his skills sharp during the off-season?  What about getting even better during the down times?  Well we hope to start answering those questions on todays episode of In Wh...

Starting off the week with the Woodland's Car Club, a very active club that actually has an event the day following this interview.  We talk with Dana Pritchard, owner of The Woodlands Performance and Suspension about the club and the event. In our features, we get to see some video about what the younger generation is interested in as we think about the future of hot rodding. We also start t...

The entire In Wheel Time Crew - Don Armstrong, Michael Marrs, Konrad DeLong, Jeff Dziekan, David Ainslie - want to wish everyone a Happy New Year! Starting the New Year off, we do a quick look back at 2020, but not long!  Then we go head-first into the New Year by opening up the New Car Showroom where we have the 2021 Subaru Crosstrek. In our feature segment we are looking at the new Race Card for...

Today, we are talking with Jackie Hanson about the Lone Star Street Rod Association.   This group was founded in 1974 to help support street rodders in the State of Texas.  In addition to supporting members, there is a momthly newsletter, and a yearly event that draws street rodders from across the state.  Join us for more on this great accociation. In edition of In Wheel Time Car Talk, we also ha...

In this episode of In Wheel Time, the crew is discussing a story about 'Six Odd Things That You Should Keep in Your Tool Box'. In the New Car Show Room, Don Armstrong is checking out the 2021 Ford Mustang Convtible with the new EcoBoost 4. -----  -----  ----- In Wheel Time is a live broadcast every Saturday from 8:00a-11aCT streaming video to YouTube, Facebook, Twitch, and InWheelTime.co...

We continue our discussion on the Lone Star Throwdown with the second half of the materminds behind this great event - Todd Hendrix. We get his take on the previous ten years and we learn a bit about what is in Todd's garage. We have more 'Automotive News Headlines' to round out the episode. ------  -----  ----- In Wheel Time is a live broadcast every Saturday from 8:00a-11aCT strea...

Time flies when you are having fun!  And the Lone Star Throwdown (LST) is flying pretty high as they are looking to their 10yr anniversay.  Lonnie Ford and Todd Hendrix are the masterminds for the event, as well as Garage Gear Clothing.  Since the live broadcast, they have announced that this year, the registration of 2,000 vehicles has been filled! Over in the New Car Showroom, Michael Marrs  has...

The Houston region of the SCCA has been 'quietly making noise' in 2020, and Regional Executive Richard Tomlin of Apex Auto Works fame has been making it happen. Outdoors, in you own car, with a little attention to the local COVID requirements and things can really happen.  In fact, it appears that more will happen in 2021! Also in this episode of In Wheel Time, we have Konrad's Car...

Tis the season to be jolly! This might just include a trip out to Houston Mortor Sports Resort for a Saturday afternoon on the track.  It is an 'open event' for members of variour raceing associaitons, which provides some unique opportunities to race a different group.  James Rogerson has the details, and we are going to tease an upcoming guest segment about Veterans. -----  ----  -----...